The Yellowbar parrotfish (Calotomus zonarchus) is a saltwater fish of the family Scaridae that grows up to 33 cm.
Description
The yellowbar parrotfish is a parrotfish (Scaridae) endemic to the waters around Hawaii. The species grows to about 33 cm and has an elongate, green-brown body with a yellowish bar; the mouth is beak-shaped but with less strongly fused teeth than in tropical parrotfishes. As a reef-dweller it grazes weed and seagrass on rocky and seagrass-covered bottoms. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Yellowbar parrotfish?
The Yellowbar parrotfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body and is mainly green.
Where does the Yellowbar parrotfish live?
The Yellowbar parrotfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Yellowbar parrotfish get?
The Yellowbar parrotfish grows to a maximum of about 33 cm.
Is the Yellowbar parrotfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Yellowbar parrotfish is harmless to humans.
Is the Yellowbar parrotfish edible?
Yes, the Yellowbar parrotfish is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Calotomus
More from the family Scaridae
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